Due to attacks from Iran, American diplomats have been ordered to leave Riyadh. This is the first such evacuation since the start of airstrikes on Iran on February 28.
The US and Israel attacked over 3,000 targets in Iran. Persian Gulf countries repel hundreds of missiles and drones.
A week after the war began, the US and Israel exchange strikes with Iran. Persian Gulf countries defend themselves against Iranian attacks, the number of which has decreased.
Missile and drone attacks continue in the Middle East. Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Israel, Iran, and Lebanon report explosions and interceptions.
The US Consulate in Dubai caught fire late Tuesday evening after an Iranian drone strike.
An Iranian drone hit the US embassy in Riyadh, collapsing part of the roof, but with no casualties. Other drone attacks in Kuwait also caused no damage or injuries.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha condemned Iran's attack on the US embassy in Saudi Arabia. He stated that Ukraine stands in solidarity with the Kingdom and the United States, and Iran must be held accountable.
In the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh, the US Embassy was attacked by two drones, resulting in a fire and damage. The building was empty at the time of the incident, and there were no casualties.
12 Etihad Airways flights departed from Abu Dhabi, although the airline had announced a suspension of operations. Almost 100,000 people tracked the first plane heading to London.
A year has passed since the inauguration of Donald Trump, marked by a decrease in illegal immigration and the failure of his promise regarding the war in Ukraine. There were also conflicts with Elon Musk, the 'Epstein files' scandal, and tensions with European allies over Greenland.
Yemen's Transitional Council agreed to talks with Saudi Arabia after losing the eastern port of Mukalla. This happened amid military successes of the Yemeni government and the weakening of separatist positions.
Yemen's main air gateway, Aden International Airport, has suspended operations due to a dispute between Saudi Arabia and the UAE over flight restrictions. This happened amid the biggest crisis in relations between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi in a decade.
Bloomberg presented a review of the 11 most anticipated hotel properties scheduled to open in 2026. The list includes private island resorts and renovated historic palaces in major metropolises.
The UN Human Rights Office accused the Sudanese group RSF of massacring over 1,000 civilians in the Zamzam camp in North Darfur. Militants used sexual violence and blocked food supplies, leading to starvation.
A Ukrainian government and business delegation visited Saudi Arabia, where a meeting of the Joint Business Cooperation Council took place. The Ukrainian side presented investment projects worth over $1 billion in various sectors.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a multi-billion dollar civilian nuclear energy agreement. This happened during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Washington.
Donald Trump announced his intention to approve the sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia ahead of a meeting with the Crown Prince. This multi-billion dollar deal could shift the balance of power in the Middle East and face resistance in the US Congress.
The US may sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House on Tuesday. The deals will include a possible F-35 contract and LNG imports, as well as discussions on access to AI chips and nuclear technology.
US President Donald Trump stated that Kazakhstan will join the "Abraham Accords," which entails establishing diplomatic relations with Israel. This step, though symbolic, aims to give impetus to the agreements, which have been paused due to the war in Gaza.
Russia has resumed military flights to the Hmeimim airbase in Syria after a nearly six-month hiatus. Two Russian planes made flights to the Syrian city of Latakia, where the base is located.
Russia's special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, said the war in Ukraine could end within the next year. He announced this after meetings with representatives of Donald Trump's administration in the United States.
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first billionaire footballer, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, reaching a net worth of $1. 4 billion. His move to the Al-Nassr club in Saudi Arabia secured him one of the largest contracts in football history and the highest average annual salary.
ExxonMobil is holding closed-door negotiations with Rosneft regarding the resumption of development of Sakhalin-1, subject to permission from the US and Russian governments. Negotiations intensified after Trump's inauguration, and the company received support from the US government.
After defeating Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk entered the top ten richest boxers of all time. His fortune is estimated at 165 million dollars.
Ukraine will participate in the FIFAe World Cup 25 eFootball World Championship in two disciplines for the first time. The national mobile Efootball team will debut on the world stage.
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, known as the "Sleeping Prince," has died at the age of 36. He had been in a coma for almost 20 years following a car accident in London in 2005.
Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. This is the first visit of a high-ranking Iranian official to the Persian Gulf country after Israel's war with Tehran.
North American and European airlines canceled flights to the Persian Gulf after US strikes on Iran, which led to the closure of airspace and increased security concerns. This forces carriers to redirect or cancel flights, increasing costs and affecting the region's aviation hub.
Colombian forward John Duran is unhappy at Al-Nasr, as is the club with him. After scandals and a decrease in the transfer value, he may move on loan to another club.
Brent crude rose to $78 a barrel, the biggest jump since 2022. Israel has struck Iran's nuclear program, raising fears of oil supply disruptions.
